Tory Bartlett

The “Not Famous but Known®” bagel brand serves its signature bagels hot from the oven and whole, made to be ripped apart and dipped into schmear.

The artisan bagel brand has hired former Moe’s Southwest Grill executive Mike Smith to lead operations as the company enters its next growth phase.

LAS VEGAS, July 27, 2026 // GLOBE NEWSWIRE // -- PopUp Bagels will make its Nevada debut in Henderson, marking the first of seven planned locations across the Silver State.

Tiger Global Management has invested in the PopUp Bagels franchise, which now claims a valuation of $300 million.

DALLAS, March 24, 2026 // GLOBE NEWSWIRE // -- PopUp Bagels is expanding throughout Texas with its first location in Dallas.

PopUp Bagels signed 300 franchise locations, reaching a company milestone and expanding its national presence.

PopUp Bagels, a fast-growing bagel brand known for its simple yet high-quality offerings, is launching a national franchising strategy to expand its footprint across the U.S.

PopUp Bagels launches a new franchising effort, aiming for nationwide growth under the leadership of CEO Tory Bartlett.

For many, queso is more than just a fun snack - it's an obsession.

Moe's Southwest Grill strengthens its leadership team with the hiring of two new senior leaders, Annica Conrad and Mike Smith.

To celebrate the launch of its new Spicy Chicken, Moe's Southwest Grill has created the ultimate one-of-a-kind getaway for spicy food lovers: the Spicy Shack.

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Schlotzsky's accelerated franchise development, signing over 75 deals in 2021 to develop new restaurants in New Mexico, Arizona, Oklahoma, and other markets across the U.S.

Schlotzsky's partners with Terry Bradshaw to develop exercises to help customers prepare for its new sandwiches.

Schlotzsky's customers pay it forward by purchasing over 25,000 lunches for frontline workers during the pandemic, demonstrating the brand's commitment to giving back.

ATLANTA, May 14, 2020 // PRNewswire // - Schlotzsky's is excited to announce the opportunity for customers to Pay it Forward by purchasing lunch for first responders and medical frontline workers.

Beto joined FOCUS Brands in September of 2019 as the President of Schlotzsky's®.